Real Life, Good Food
Title

Cauliflower

Headline

Cauliflower is a crunchy vegetable that has a slightly nutty flavor with sweet undertones. For some there is a slight bitter aftertaste.

Body

Health Benefits

  • Provides 85% of the daily recommended amount of vitamin C in 1 cup!
  • Good source of fiber, which helps your digestive system
  • High in folate, which helps produce new cells

Easy Ideas

  • Steam, sauté, grill, roast, or microwave cauliflower.
  • Make creamy cauliflower soup.
  • Enjoy cauliflower raw with your favorite dip.
  • Add cooked cauliflower to mashed potatoes.

Cleaning

  • Do not rinse until ready to use.
  • Cut out the center bottom of the cauliflower.
  • Rinse under running water and shake out extra water.
  • Break the top of the cauliflower, also known as curds, into smaller pieces with your hands.

Storage

  • Store fresh cauliflower heads in a loosely closed or perforated plastic bag in the refrigerator. 
  • Cauliflower needs air circulation, so don't seal or knot the bag closed.

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